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SNVS124C NOVEMBER1999 REVISEDAPRIL2013

LM2596 Simple Switcher Power Converter 150 kHz

3A Step-Down Voltage Regulator
DESCRIPTION
The LM2596
series of
regulators are
monolithic integrated circuits that
provide all the active functions for a step-down (buck) switching regulator, capable of
drivinga
3A
load with excellent
line and load regulation. These devices
are available in fixed output voltages of 3.3V, 5V, 12V, and an adjustable output version.
Requiring
a
minimum
number
of
external
components,
these
regulators are simple to use and include internal frequency compensation , and a fixedfrequency oscillator. The LM2596 series operates at a switching frequency of 150 kHz thus
allowing smaller sized filter components than what would be needed with lower frequency
switching regulators.
Available in a standard 5-lead TO-220 package with several
different lead bend options, and a 5-lead TO-263 surface mount package.
A
standard
series of
inductors
are
available
from several different
manufacturers optimized for use with the LM2596 series. This feature greatly simplifies the
design of switch-mode power supplies. Other features include a ensured 4% tolerance on
output voltage
under specified input voltage
and output load conditions, and 15%
on the oscillator frequency. External shutdown is included, featuring typically 80 A standby
current. Self protection features include a two stage frequency reducing current limit for the
output switch and an over temperature shutdown for complete protection under fault
conditions.
Features
3.3V, 5V, 12V, and Adjustable Output Versions
Adjustable Version Output Voltage Range, 1.2V to 37V 4% Max Over Line and Load
Conditions
Available in TO-220 and TO-263 Packages
Ensured 3A Output Load Current
Input Voltage Range Up to 40V
Requires Only 4 External Components
Excellent Line and Load Regulation
Specifications
150 kHz Fixed Frequency Internal Oscillator
TTL Shutdown Capability
Low Power Standby Mode, IQ Typically 80 A
High Efficiency
Uses Readily Available Standard Inductors
Thermal Shutdown and Current Limit
Protection

APPLICATIONS
Simple High-Efficiency Step-Down (Buck) Regulator
On-Card Switching Regulators
Positive to Negative Converter

Typical Application
(Fixed Output Voltage Versions)

Connection Diagrams

Absolute Maximum Ratings (1)(2)

Maximum Supply Voltage
ON /OFF Pin Input Voltage
Feedback Pin Voltage
Output Voltage to Ground (Steady State)
Power Dissipation
Storage Temperature Range
ESD Susceptibility
Human Body Model (3)
Lead Temperature
DDPAK/TO-263 Package
Vapor Phase (60 sec.)
Infrared (10 sec.)
TO-220 Package (Soldering, 10 sec.)
Maximum Junction Temperature

(1)

45V
0.3 V +25V
0.3 V +25V
1V
Internally limited
65C to +150C
2 kV

+215C
+245C
+260C
+150C

Absolute Maximum Ratings indicate limits beyond which damage to the device may
occur. Operating Ratings indicate conditions for which the device is intended to be

functional, but do not ensure specific performance limits. For ensured specifications and
test conditions, see the Electrical Characteristics.

(2)

If Military/Aerospace specified devices are required, please contact the Texas

Instruments Sales Office/ Distributors for availability and specifications.

(3)

The human body model is a 100 pF capacitor discharged through a 1.5k resistor into
each pin

Operating Conditions
Temperature Range
Supply Voltage

40C TJ +125C
4.5V to 40V

LM2596-3.3 Electrical Characteristics

Specifications with standard type face are for TJ = 25C, and those with boldface type
Temperature Range

Symbo
l

VOUT

Parameter

Output
Voltage

Conditions
SYSTEM PARAMETERS (3)
Test Circuit Figure 20
4.75V VIN 40V, 0.2A
ILOAD 3A

LM2596-3.3
Typ
Limit
(1)
(2)

3.3

V
3.168/3.135
3.432/3.465

(1)
(2)

Efficiency

VIN = 12V, ILOAD = 3A

Units
(Limits)

73

V(min)
V(max)
%

Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm.

All limits specified at room temperature (standard type face) and at temperature
extremes (bold type face). All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All
limits at temperature extremes are ensured via correlation using standard Statistical
Quality Control (SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality
Level (AOQL).

(3)

External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors,
and voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance.
When the LM2596 is used as shown in the Figure 20 test circuit, system performance will
be as shown in system parameters of Electrical Characteristics section.

LM2596-5.0 Electrical Characteristics

Specifications with standard type face are for TJ = 25C, and those with boldface type
apply over full Operating Temperature Range
Symbol Parameter
Conditions
LM2596-5.0
Units

Typ
(1)
SYSTEM PARAMETERS (3) Test Circuit Figure 20
VOUT
Output
7V VIN 40V, 0.2A ILOAD 3A
Voltage

Limit
(2)

5.0

(Limits)
V

4.800/4.750
5.200/5.250

V(min)
V(max)
%

Efficiency
VIN = 12V, ILOAD = 3A
80
(1) Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm.
(2) All limits specified at room temperature (standard type face) and at temperature extremes
(bold type face). All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at
temperature extremes are ensured via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control
(SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL).
(3) External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and
voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When
the LM2596 is used as shown in the Figure 20 test circuit, system performance will be as
shown in system parameters of Electrical Characteristics section.

LM2596-12 Electrical Characteristics

Specifications with standard type face are for TJ = 25C, and those with boldface type
apply over full Operating Temperature Range
LM2596-12
Units
Symbol Parameter
Conditions
Typ
Limit
(Limits)
(1)
(2)
(3)
SYSTEM PARAMETERS Test Circuit Figure 20
VOUT
Output
15V VIN 40V, 0.2A ILOAD
12.0
V
Voltage
3A
11.52/11.40 V(min)
12.48/12.60 V(max)

Efficiency
VIN = 25V, ILOAD = 3A
90
%
(1) Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm.
(2) All limits specified at room temperature (standard type face) and at temperature extremes
(bold type face). All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at
temperature extremes are ensured via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control
(SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL).
(3) External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and
voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When
the LM2596 is used as shown in the Figure 20 test circuit, system performance will be as
shown in system parameters of Electrical Characteristics section.

LM2596-ADJ Electrical Characteristics

Specifications with standard type face are for T J = 25C, and those with boldface type
Temperature Range

Symbo
l

Parameter

Conditions

SYSTEM PARAMETERS (3) Test Circuit Figure 20

VFB
Feedback
4.5V VIN 40V, 0.2A ILOAD
Voltage
3A
VOUT programmed for 3V. Circuit
of Figure 20

Efficiency

VIN = 12V, VOUT = 3V, ILOAD =

3A

LM2596-ADJ
Typ
Limit
(1)
(2)
1.230

73

Units
(Limits)
V

1.193/1.180

V(min)

1.267/1.280

V(max)
%

Typical numbers are at 25C and represent the most likely norm.
(1) All limits specified at room temperature (standard type face) and at temperature extremes
(bold type face). All room temperature limits are 100% production tested. All limits at
temperature extremes are ensured via correlation using standard Statistical Quality Control
(SQC) methods. All limits are used to calculate Average Outgoing Quality Level (AOQL).
(2) External components such as the catch diode, inductor, input and output capacitors, and
voltage programming resistors can affect switching regulator system performance. When
the LM2596 is used as shown in the Figure 20 test circuit, system performance will be as
shown in system parameters of Electrical Characteristics section.